Simon Field MW advocates Portugal’s flagship fortified wine as a sensational accompaniment to any chocolate-based indulgence this weekend may hold. Dark and bitter needs dark and sweet to temper its indulgent flavours: Port, of course, is wonderfully versatile, and Quinta do Noval’s superlative Late Bottle Vintage exemplar is a fantastic match for dark chocolate. Traditional […]

There are two foods that are a must at Easter: chocolate and roast lamb. Taking inspiration from the latter, Stewart Turner, our chef, has prepared this simple but impressive centre-piece of a roast – a real a show-stopper for Easter Sunday. This dish uses the saddle – a cut which is second only to the […]

In search of some inspiring wines to drink over the coming long weekend, we asked a few staffers what they planned to enjoy. Observant readers will notice a trend emerging… Simon Field MW, buyer 2005 Vina Arana Reserva La Rioja Alta, £19.75 per bottle Arana is perhaps less known than its Rioja Alta siblings, Alberdi […]

The gathering of the clan is in the diary, the long Easter weekend awaits. But which wines are the perfect accompaniment to traditional roasts and a surplus of chocolate? We’ve been quizzing our staff to find out what they’ll be opening. First up with his suggestions is the Buying Team’s Nicholas Stewart. 2012 Felton Road, […]